Semyon Varlamov: I am ready to play for Russia, but I want to help the Avalanche in the play-offs
Russian goaltender Semyon Varlamov spoke about his chances of featuring in World Cup 2012 and his club commitments in the NHL.
«What can you say about your newbie Steve Downie from Tampa Bay? A few years back you said some unpleasant things about him after the World Cup…»
«I can’t even remember what I said that time.»
«That he is a bit of an idiot.»
«I was playing for my national side then. But now I can say that Colorado made a quality trade. Steve was quick to find his feet in our team and he will help us in the play-offs.»
«Are you thinking about the World Cup yet? It starts in May.»
«I am in Colorado at the moment and we want to get into the play-offs. When the season ends, I am ready to join the national team. If they invite me, I will be very happy.»
«What do you do in Denver when you are free? Apparently, you are not allowed to ski due to a clause in your contract…»
«Skiing is just one of the clauses. There is also snowboarding and quad bike riding – you can easily get hurt in such activities, so it’s out of bounds for me,» Varlamov told Sovetsky sport.